Ren Unisex
Origin(s)
Japanese; English
Meaning
Japanese: 'to be'; English: 'ruler'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, the name Ren is often associated with love and lotus flowers. It has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the West, due to its simplicity and pleasant sound. The name is also used in English-speaking countries, where it may be seen as a modern, short form of longer names.
Trend Summary
The name Ren has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Ben, Ken, Dan, Sam, Max, Jay, Ray, Tenzin
Variants
- Renn
International Variants
- René (French)
- Renato (Italian)
- Renaud (French)
Famous people named Ren
René Descartes was a French philosopher and mathematician known for his contributions to modern philosophy and Cartesian coordinate system.
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist famous for his thought-provoking paintings.
René Auberjonois was an American actor known for his roles in television and film, including 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine'.
Renée Zellweger is an American actress recognized for her performances in films such as 'Bridget Jones's Diary' and 'Cold Mountain'.
Fictional characters named Ren
Ren is a character in the anime series 'InuYasha', known for his loyalty and strength.
Ren McCormack is the protagonist in the musical 'Footloose', who fights against the ban on dancing in his town.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ren was first seen in the United States in 1915. Ren has ranked as high as #1177 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, Utah, Texas, Washington, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Ren has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ren (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 26 | |
| UT | 16 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| HI | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2013 | 66 |
| 2014 | 71 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 87 |
| 2019 | 102 |
| 2020 | 136 |
| 2021 | 182 |
| 2022 | 188 |
| 2023 | 199 |
| 2024 | 183 |